In a commanding display at Marks Tennis Stadium, USC men's tennis wrapped up their weekend with a decisive 6-1 victory over Wisconsin, showcasing their prowess and depth across the board.
This win boosts the Trojans to a 12-4 overall record and a strong 4-1 in conference play, highlighting their competitive edge this season.
The Trojans set the stage early, capturing the doubles point with authority. The dynamic duo of Andrin Casanova and Jack McCarthy delivered a swift 6-1 win, while Max Exsted and Nathan Trouve secured a 6-3 victory, giving USC the early 1-0 lead.
In singles action, USC dominated by winning five out of six matches, demonstrating their lineup's depth. Jack McCarthy kicked things off with a solid 6-2, 7-5 win at the No. 5 position, followed by Connor Church's 6-3, 7-5 triumph on court six.
Nathan Trouve notched an impressive ranked win over No. 75 Michael Minasyan, 7-5, 6-3, and Andrin Casanova added another straight-set victory, 7-6(4), 6-3.
Max Exsted showcased resilience, battling through tight tiebreakers to clinch his match in straight sets, securing the Trojans' fifth singles point. Wisconsin managed to snag a point at the top spot, with Branko Djuric falling in a pair of close tiebreak sets.
This victory marks a significant moment for USC, as they continue to build momentum at home with a balanced and formidable effort against a ranked Big Ten opponent.